Preparing for a New Kitten: Health and Records Checklist

Start with a first vet visit and a record

A new kitten's early weeks set the tone for a healthy life. An initial veterinary visit checks overall health and starts the vaccination and parasite plan.

Begin a health record straight away so nothing from these busy first months gets lost.

• Microchip number and identification
• Breed or type, and date of birth if known
• Vaccination and deworming dates
• Weight and any health notes
• Spay or neuter plans discussed with your vet

Kitten-proof and observe

Kittens explore with their mouths, so remove hazards like small objects, strings, and toxic plants. Watch eating, drinking, and litter habits, since changes are often the first sign something is off.

Build good habits early

Setting reminders for vaccines and check-ups from the start means fewer missed appointments later. Your veterinarian remains the source of medical decisions; your record simply keeps the history clear.